What is Stromberg Ps carburetor?
The PS series carburetor is a low-pressure, single-barrel, injection-type carburetor. The carburetor consists basically of the air section, the fuel section, and the discharge nozzle mounted together to form a complete fuel metering system.
How do I identify a Stromberg carburetor?
Zenith-Stromberg units are identified by the opening’s inch equivalent so that a 175 CD carburetor model has a 1 ¾” opening. An SU carburetor is identified by a number that is equivalent to the number of 1/8” of an inch beyond 1 inch so that an HS4 has a 1+(4×1/8“)= 1+4/8” or 1½” opening.
What is a float type carburetor?
A float-type carburetor consists essentially of six subsystems that control the quantity of fuel discharged in relation to the flow of air delivered to the engine cylinders. These systems work together to provide the engine with the correct fuel flow during all engine operating ranges.
How do you adjust the mixture on a Stromberg carburetor?
For this carburettor, turn the Allen key clockwise to lift the needle and thereby enrich the mixture and anticlockwise to lower the needle for a weaker mixture. Hold it firmly while you make the adjustment using the Allen key. Take care not to turn the adjustment too far, or the needle can come loose from the adjuster.
Where are Solex carburetors made?
France
Today, the VéloSoleX is again manufactured in France. The trademark “VELOSOLEX” is the property of Velosolex America, LLC which markets the VéloSoleX motorized bicycle worldwide.
How do you adjust a Stromberg 97 carburetor?
On the front carb, take both idle adjustment screws and screw then in all the way and adjust the idle mixture with just the rear carb. Just the rear Carb is working and it may not be set up properly resulting in improper idle adjustment and poor operation being rich.
What are the disadvantages of a float type carburetor?
The float-type carburetor has several distinct disadvantages. First, they do not function well during abrupt maneuvers. Secondly, the discharge of fuel at low pressure leads to incomplete vaporization and difficulty in discharging fuel into some types of supercharged systems.